Community Engagement Specialist

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Acacia Network seeks a Recreation Specialist to carry out prearranged activity programs that address the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and cultural needs of clients in a community setting in New York City. The role involves setting up equipment, supervising participants, and ensuring safety and inclusivity.

Strong teamwork, organizational skills, and experience with diverse populations are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant social work fields preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Mandated Reporter training within 30 days of hire.
• Experience with co-occurring disorders and criminal justice system.
• Evening and weekend work required.
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with children aged 0–5 years in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide recreational programs for a diverse population of residents.
• Set up and organize equipment needed for programs and oversee residents with encouragement.
• Follow safety policies and protocols in the community.
• Communicate effectively with all facility departments.
• Provide support to volunteers.
• Maintain inventory of department equipment.
• Document residents’ participation in AWARDS and discuss progress during MDT meetings.
• Escort, transport, and assist residents to programs.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, Counseling, CRPA, CRPA-P

Tools

AWARDS EHR

Job description

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

M-F 9AM-5PM NYC 10029

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Recreation Specialist carries out prearranged activity programs. These programs are designed to meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and cultural needs and interest of clients.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide recreational programs that meet a diverse population of residents.
• Setup, organize equipment needed for specific program(s), and oversee residents involved by encouraging participation.
• Ability to follow safety policy and protocol in the community with residents.
• Effective and professional communication skills with all facility departments.
• Ability to provide support to volunteers.
• Maintain inventory of department equipment.
• Report risk, hazards, near misses, unsafe situations, incidents and accidents to supervisor or Facilities Manager.
• Document residents’ participation in programs in electronic health record system (AWARDS) and discuss progress during multi-disciplinary team meetings, as needed.
• Escort, transport, assist residents to programs.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Counseling, CRPA, CRPA-P and/or any other relevant recreational courses related to this role is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain within thirty days of hire:
• Mandated Reporter (2 Hours) https://nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspx
• Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders, chemical dependency treatment services and from the criminal justice system.
• Evening and weekend work activities will be required.
• Strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment including working with children (0-5years)
• Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure.

WHY JOIN US?

Acacia Network providesa comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.